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St. Robert CHS students achieved World’s #1 team standing in three University of Waterloo Math Contests

June 21, 2022June 21, 2022 Board News, Featured

The York Catholic District School Board is excited to share that team St. Robert took home the World’s team champion title in three University of Waterloo math contests this Spring, and the Canadian team champion title in four math contests. The Thornhill team placed 1st in the World in the Fryer, Hypatia and Euclid contests, … Continue reading “St. Robert CHS students achieved World’s #1 team standing in three University of Waterloo Math Contests”

Retiree Recognition 2022

June 16, 2022July 11, 2022 Board News, Featured

SEE MORE RETIREMENT CELEBRATION PHOTOS HERE! On Wednesday, June 8, 2022, YCDSB honoured retirees from 2019-2020 and 2020-2021 impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic and were therefore not able to be officially recognized for their years of service. Over two hundred retirees plus their guests, Board of Trustees, Principals, Vice-Principals, Union Partners, Administration, and Senior … Continue reading “Retiree Recognition 2022”

York Region Science and Technology Fair – YRSTF 2022

June 1, 2022June 1, 2022 Board News

Each year, young scientists, Grades 7 – 12, from across York Region enter the York Region Science and Technology Fair (YRSTF) to showcase their scientific research with the community and their peers. Projects for this competition fall into one of the following 6 categories: Biotechnology Earth and Environmental Sciences Engineering and Computer Sciences Health Sciences … Continue reading “York Region Science and Technology Fair – YRSTF 2022”

Winners in the Dominican Friars Youth Interfaith Video Contest 2022

June 1, 2022June 1, 2022 Board News

Congratulations to the students from the St. Brother Andre Faith Development Council for winning second prize in the Dominican Friars Youth Interfaith Video Contest 2022. YCDSB is proud of these students for sharing about their diverse faith traditions and putting together this amazing video. Check out the video from St. Brother Andre students below!

2022 Yes I Can Awards

May 19, 2022May 24, 2022 Board News, Featured

The York Catholic District School Board and The Council for Exceptional Children, York Region Chapter #543, would like to acknowledge and congratulate all student and adult recipients of the 2022 Yes I Can Awards. The annual Yes I Can Awards returned this year in a virtual format on May 18th, 2022. The council recognizes the … Continue reading “2022 Yes I Can Awards”

York Catholic Announces Distinguished Alumni Honorees for 2022

April 26, 2022February 10, 2023 Board News, Featured, School News

The Board of Trustees of the York Catholic District School Board (YCDSB) is proud to announce the recipients of their Distinguished Alumni Awards for 2022. Since 2005, recipients are chosen from submissions to an open nomination campaign. The annual honour showcases the significant contribution that publicly-funded Catholic education makes to diverse sectors including the arts, … Continue reading “York Catholic Announces Distinguished Alumni Honorees for 2022”

York Catholic Students Earn Provincial Recognition in OSCA Logo Design Contest

April 21, 2022May 4, 2022 Board News

The office of the Premier of Ontario has recognized eleven York Catholic students for their creative vision and innovative design skills. Artists from secondary schools across the YCDSB answered a recent provincial call to action for a student-designed logo to represent the newly incorporated Ontario Schools Cricket Association (OSCA). Formed in 2020, the Ontario Schools … Continue reading “York Catholic Students Earn Provincial Recognition in OSCA Logo Design Contest”

York Catholic Students Shine At 2022 York Region Science & Technology Fair: Next Stop, Nationals!

April 19, 2022May 24, 2022 Board News

The York Region Sci-Tech Fair (YRSTF), in association with York University, once again hosted teams of young talent from across York Region at its 20th annual event, held April 4-9, 2022 in a virtual format. This year, York Catholic competitors prevailed with outstanding medal performances, a host of special awards and numerous honourable mention designations. … Continue reading “York Catholic Students Shine At 2022 York Region Science & Technology Fair: Next Stop, Nationals!”

STREAM CENTRES OF EXCELLENCE: “Grand Opening Festivities”

April 1, 2022April 1, 2022 Board News

On Thursday, March 31, 2022, the all-new “STREAM Centres of Excellence” launched across the York Catholic District School Board (YCDSB) with Grand Opening celebrations that included Student Experience Demonstrations, an original Prayer of Dedication and special Video Messages of Encouragement from noted leaders in the science and technology community including: Colonel Chris Hadfield – Canadian … Continue reading “STREAM CENTRES OF EXCELLENCE: “Grand Opening Festivities””

STREAM CENTRES OF EXCELLENCE: “A Bold Vision For The Future of Learning At York Catholic”

March 28, 2022March 29, 2022 Board News

“With God, all things are possible” Matthew 19:26 In an increasingly complex world, teachers and parents find themselves preparing students for 21st century pathways and careers that are still emerging, and not yet fully defined. In the exciting space known as “tech” or “next”, students will need to develop both a diverse set of … Continue reading “STREAM CENTRES OF EXCELLENCE: “A Bold Vision For The Future of Learning At York Catholic””